Name: Otjiwa Safari Lodge
Address: West side of the B1, Otjiwarongo, Otjiwarongo, Otjiwarongo, 9000, Namibia
Rating: 9

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Our family of 8 (5 adults, 3 children aged 9, 7, 5) had the most wonderful stay at Otjiwa Safari Lodge in January 2024. The facilities were just beautiful, with kudu freely wandering around the main swimming pool area and impala grazing at the kids playgrounds. We camped during our stay with immaculate shower and toilet facilities and an enormous braai area with our own prep/washing station. To top it off, we did a rhino trek one morning which was such a special experience. All the staff were extremely courteous and attentive - from the receptionists, to our guide, and the camp security - it was just such a wonderful stay and the perfect stopover from Etosha to Windhoek (or vice versa). We hope to be back again soon. 

Superb stay

We stayed at Otjiwa in Jan 2023 in the Lodge, and returned in Jan 2024 as  campers. 

The well maintained campsite made a first good impression, clean and tidy. 
For the time of the year ( Dez/Jan ) the surrounding look quite dull, however I imagine a beautiful scenery after the rains in Feb. till September. 

A BIG drawback are he communal ablutions which are shared with three other campsites. The facilities are not well maintained and were merely cleaned ONCE during our three-day stay.

The staf were all friendly, however the service at the restaurant was quite dreary. 
Staff was constantly on their phones or chit-chating insted of clearing an serving. (This has notably changed since our visit in Jan 2023.)

In future we will rather prefere a neighbouring private conservation  with similar surroundings, private Campsite and exact same cost.

CAMPING is Overpriced, wildlife experience makes up for it, unfortunately only a little bit.

We enjoyed our stay here. The food was satisfactory and staff mostly very friendly and accommodating. Our room was clean and had lovely views. Tonnes of gorgeous birds around which made for great viewing. 

The highlight here was for equestrians…we can highly recommend the horse riding, led by Elton who was excellent. Certainly not your usual walk only tourist only trek! It was tailored to suit experience level so had great fun cantering through the bush and seeing the wildlife. 

A couple of comments and room for improvement, We wouldn’t recommend doing the night game drive as animals are extra frightened by the flashlight and simply run away so it doesn’t make for good viewing (and also makes you feel a bit guilty as they are very startled). Unfortunately for us our night time game drive also coincided with a mass flying termite mound exodus - so definitely not for those who aren’t a fan of being covered in bugs. The pool was a bit dirty looking  so we didn’t swim which was a shame, because it was in a really lovely setting.

Lovely

Lodge is easily accessible on the road from Windhoek to the north.  Chalets are spacious with a terrace overlooking the bush where springbok and gazelles roam.  Equipped kitchen and barbecue area.  Large pool with game visits in the evenings.  Creative cuisine that doesn't always live up to its ambitious standards.  Small souvenir shop with fair prices.  Game drives with Rhino watching.  A walk around the waterhole with ospreys, pelicans, warthogs, monkeys and many springboks is highly recommended.  We spent three lovely days there.

Nice place for a rest during a roundtrip 

We have been travelling the world for the last 15 years and have stayed in some incredible places. We both agreed that the Otjiwa Mountain Lodge is at the top our list. It really is that good.
Our welcome from the owners was helpful,  friendly and informative. 
The Lodge is ideally located a couple of hours north of Windhoek about 7km off the main B1 route.
The main lodge is quite small but beautifully put together, it needs to be no bigger as it is only serving 4 or 5 individual suites. It provides for a reception,  dining area, and very comfortable lounge. Many of the original hunting lodge features and furnishings have been upgraded and retained. 
From here there is access to a pool and sitting area. In the evening a fire basket is lit which is atmospheric but the smoke blew into the dining room, which was unpleasant to breathe and we and our clothes bear testament to it! It's so minor really. 
Our suite was wonderful. So much care and attention has gone into the development. We cannot fault it in any way. Luxurious, clean, contemporary and traditional at the same time,  lovely bathroom,  good wifi,  a/c although it struggled to cope with 40c outside. All usual amenities. 
Overall we cannot praise the Lodge highly enough.  Treat yourself and stay here! Nothing is too much trouble, staff and management working hard in the same direction. 
We loved it here.

Exceptional boutique lodge 

My second trip to Otjiwa. First trip was a wonderful experience and warranted a return visit. The second trip, about twelve months later following renovation of the private lodges, was beyond all expectations. Fabulous rooms, meals, game drives and birding. Personal attention is provided by all staff. Thomas is both a master chef and master guide. Margarita and Skolk (sp sorry) make the entire experience feel like a home away from home.

Five star safari lodge and experience!

Welcoming by very friendly employees left a great first impression. 

Beautiful, clean surroundings, at the main building. 
Open plan, bright restaurant and bar, with adjacent porch to dine outside. 

Seemingly newly renovated rooms, spacious which are stylish and modern. 
Only downside ist the fact that the rooms are cramped up together, thus the disrespectful neighbours migth be annoying. 

Culinary perfection I'd say when it comes to the food. Fresh produce, delightful presentation and very tastefull round of the dining experience. 

Gamedrive
The reason for a point deduction. 
We merely had a (safe) driver. There was no guiding as such, information flow non existing, purely driving in the bush, being shown the animals....picture...set...go. 

All and all a very great place to stay at, little pricy, though I'd say adequate. 

Superb experience, beautiful place for a retreat. 

This place is located in a private property of acres and acres large
Hosting animals of any kind
From Springbok to Zebra …many giraffes and many rhinos 

Organization is perfect 
Management made a perfect work ! My congratulation 

Super nice and well educated workers 
All smiling , professionals and willing to help and improve your
experience
From the nice and beautiful receptionist to the singing waiters to the game drive drivers

All people working in this place made this place super

The lodges are amazing 
The club house and restaurant architectonically beautiful 
The restaurant and pool area amazing
The campsite wild and into the nature with animals like springbok that running around making your experience unique

Really I have only beautiful words for this place where me and my family spent relaxing and enjoyable 48 hours

Above and beyond

What a pleasure to stay at Otjiwa! Young children and camping do have their ups and downs, but Otjiwa was truely a wonderful experience. Safe, well lit, no thorns and a climbing frame for the little ones. Happy kiddies = relaxed parents!

Young Family Campers

This was the first lodge we stayed at during our family road trip around Namibia.  The staff were really friendly, the accommodation was great and we did a lovely sunset game drive on the afternoon we arrived.  The food was great too. This lodge set a high level of expectation for the rest of our trip and was definitely the best lodge we stayed at.  I would definitely recommend it.

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